G S M G A T E

BlueGate ISDN

Installation and Programming Instruction Manual

v 6.5
Basic general features:

• Connection to the exchange through ISDN S0 interface

with DSS1 signalling in NT mode
• POINT TO POINT or POINT TO MULTIPOINT
exchange S0 interface
• Connection to DTMF extension line through direct
dialling
• Connection directly to 2 operators or determined lines
up called SIM card
• Connection to the 2 operators after a time period elapse
(adjustable) to select an extension line
• Transfer of the number of the calling subscriber in the
exchange (CLIP)
• Limitation of outgoing calls in GSM network
• Limitation of incoming calls from GSM network
• Priority connection through either the 1 st or the 2 nd GSM
module (LCR)
• Switchable automatic channels changing
• Smart Call back – automatic incoming calls routing up
CLIP
• Volume setting in both directions separately for each
GSM module
• Setting own time rate by 1 second or only in case of
establishing connection
• Selection of the GSM service provider separately for
each GSM module
• OGM modul recordable message from PC ( MP3, Wav)
• SIM card protection using PIN
• Detailed gate parameters setting from PC through a
program for Windows 3.1/95/98/2000/XP
• Power supply 9-15 V DC or 8-12 V AC

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BlueGate ISDN

Basic model with the properties described above.

BlueGate ISDN synchro

Moreover, input for synchronization from another ISDN line

(exchange line). This type has to be used for exchanges with
more ISDN lines that are not able to handle different ISDN
synchronization of individual lines by configuration setting.

BlueGate ISDN router

The gate is provided with ISDN input. The cable leading from
this input must be connected to the former ISDN line
(exchange line). The other connector (output ISDN line) is
used as a standard ISDN line (connection to the exchange).
In this way, the user does not lose the former IDSN line. After
proper LCR setting, the selected calls are route d in GSM
networks; the other calls pass further in the former ISDN line.
The incoming calls are merged from both directions in the
ISDN output.

Optional modules

The gate can be provided with some of the modules improving

its utility properties further, according to an order from
production. This Manual describes work with two types of
these modules:

OGM module – initial report module for DISA direct dialling

• Recording of initial report directly from ISDN telephone
Or from PC ( MP3, Wav)

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 • Length of initial report up to 10 seconds for each GSM
module
Remote configuration module – remote setting of
parameters using a modem
• Data transfer and communication rate of 9,600 Bd
Properties of the other modules (RS-232, etc.) are described in
separate manuals.

SMS server – via sms server you can send and receive SMS
messages under your Outlook

( more detail manual SMS mail).

GSM installation

Plug in SIM cards.

(The compartments for SIM
cards will open after
pressing the yellow
pushbutton). Before
inserting SIM cards, try
their condition (switching on
with or without PIN, etc.)
using any GSM telephone.
GSM GSM
If you wish to use
2 +1
switching on with PIN, you have to set this PIN when
programming the gate. The gate will not operate without
this setting!
Connect aerials.
The green LEDs indicate GSM modules feeding during
operation while the red ones GSM operation (flashing in the
interval of approximately 2 seconds – rest condition, quick
flashing – active connection).

Connect ISDN, adapter of mains or a cable for RS-232.

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 ISDN installation on BlueGate ISDN

ISDN

RS-232 Adapter 9-15V

min. 1A

ISDN configuration:
ISDN configuration is provided through links on the ISDN
board (interconnected links are black coloured).
Currently, only the LT-S mode (preset from the factory) is
supported.

LT-S mode setting:

ISDN operates in the function of a public telephone network in
this mode, i.e. it is a substitution of its network terminals (NT).
ISDN does not provide devices feeds for the connected
(terminals).

TE mode setting (by an extra order):

ISDN operates as a digital telephone apparatus, i.e. it is a
substitution of ISDN extension line with S 0 interface.
It is necessary to check whether the terminal resistors S 0
of the bus (100R) are in the socket.

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ISDN installation on BlueGate ISDN synchro

Indication of active Indication of active

synchronization line communication line

Synchronization line Communication line

connector connector

Moreover, the gate is provided with a synchronization input.

The cable leading from this input can be connected in parallel
with permanently activated S 0 (e.g. an exchange line). The
other connector is used for standard communication lin e
(connection to the exchange).

Indicating LEDs will light up after activation of individual lines.

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ISDN installation on BlueGate ISDN router

Indication of active Indication of active

input line output line

Input ISDN line

Output ISDN line

Moreover, the gate is provided with an ISDN input. The cable

leading from this input can be connecte d to the former ISDN
line (an exchange line). The other connector is used as a
standard ISDN line (connection to the exchange).

Indicating LEDs will light up after activation of individual lines.

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The gate is to be mounted on the wall using 2 holes in the
yoke on the back.

A suitable position for the gate should be selected on the basis

of several factors:
• The distance from the exchange – potential interference
with other lines on the exchange by GSM emitting.
• Availability of the mains 230V for GSM gate feed.
• The GSM signal quality in the place of gate installation
(see below).

Necessary GSM signal quality:

The sound quality of connection depends strongly on setting of
BTS to which you are connected with your GSM gate and
phase offsets of the signal on the aerial caused by echoes
from the surrounding environment. This phenomenon is well
known from normal use of mobile telephones and, especially,
from use in cars. We recommend trying other locations for the
aerial (with respect to a very short wave length, even a
replacement by a mere ten centimetres can help according to
experience from practice). When looking for a suitable
position, the signal “quality” is more important than its strength
(analogy with ghost images in case of TV aerials). If you are
not successful, we recommend using a directional aerial for
GSM that eliminates reflections in a considerable extent. The
signal strength for reliable operation is sufficient within the
range of approximately 2 to 3 degrees on the strength indicator
of the GSM telephone field. However, even in this case, the
situation depends on setting of BTS to which you are
connected. We encountered also the places where the
incoming calls were connected without problems with such
signal strength; however, the outgoing signal s were refused by
BTS – BTS probably “selected” the requirements with stronger
signals during more busy operation.

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Connection of "magnetic aerial" (aerial with magnetic foot).
When connecting a "magnetic" aerial to the gate, make sure
that their position is on a larger iron object because this object
creates a counterbalance of the size where the size of the
effective radiated power is dependent above all.

If you have everything ready, connect the gate to the mains.

• All LEDs on the front panel will flash shortly.
• The green LED indicating GSM1 module feed will light
up (upper panel).
• The red LED indicating GSM operation will start flashing
in an interval of 2 seconds, quick flashing of the red
LED (for about 3 seconds) will indicate module logging
in the GSM network (upper panel).
• The green GSM1 LED on the front panel is flashing.
• The GSM2 module will also be started within 20
seconds in an identical way.

Operation of GSM1,2 modules (green):

LED is flashing – module logged in the
network, rest condition
LED lit up permanently – connection in
process (call)

Indication of error conditions in channels (red):

LED extinguished – rest condition
LED is flashing – error (more detailed information on
the error can be found out by listing conditions after
depressing the “test” pushbutton in the positioning
routine – see below)

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Possible problems when putting into operation

None of the LEDs are lit up.

Power supply error. Check connection to the mains and
connection of the mains’ adapter to the gate.

Quick “logging in” flashing of the red LED has not occurred.
The module is not logged in the network:
• Defective SIM card (or the card is incorrectly ins erted in
its compartment);
• Obsolete 5V SIM card (the module supports cards for
3V and lower voltage);
• Logging in GSM with PIN has been set and the PIN has
not been set in the gate by the positioning routine;
• GSM signal is too weak.

The device is operating, however, the call contains a humming

sound.
Unsuitable positioning of the aerial with respect to any of the
analogue telephone lines or an analogue telephone apparatus
into which GSM transmission is induced (identical as in case of
a car radio). It is necessary to test mutual position or totally
relocate it.

The device is operating, however, an “echo” can be heard in

the call.
Echo is automatically eliminated by electronic means in the
gate. If you hear a beep despite this measure, it could be
caused by:
• Too improper impedance adaptation of the BTS
channel to which either you or your counterpart are
connected;
• Mobile telephone, which you are calling (some older
types, some types of protective cases).

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One or both red LEDs on the front silver panel are lit up:
• Have the gate tested by an authorized service
company.

The green LED indicating line activation after cable connection

will not light up:
• Check the cable and its connection.
The green LED indicating PBX line activation will not light up
attempting connection:
• Check the cable and its connection.

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Positioning routine

The routine is intended for setting all the necessary gate

parameters and detecting error conditions. The parameters are
being set as well as the error conditions can be saved for later
utilization. It is intended for Windows 3.1 to 2000 systems.

Installation:
Start the “Install“ program from the attached floppy disk and
proceed in accordance with
commands (select a directory in
which you wish to have the program
installed in your PC and click on the
“Continue“ button). You can position
the icon created in the desktop area
of your computer.

Program start:
The program can be started in a usual way, i.e. by double
clicking on its icon.

Reading the current parameters setting from the gate:

To enable communication with the gate, it is always
necessary to enter an access password identical with the
password set in the
gate (0000 has been
preset as a password).
To read the parameters
currently set in the gate,
click on the “Read”
button. All program
elements will be set in
accordance with the
Reading current parameters
gate.
PasswordPassword
setting from the gate
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Writing the parameters being set in the gate:
To enable
communication with
the gate, it is always
necessary to enter an
access password
identical with the
password set in the
gate. To save the
parameters currently
set in the program in
the gate, click on the “Write” button. All program elements will
be transferred in the gate. After data transfer, the gate will be
reset automatically.

Note:
During data transfer from or in the gat e, the corresponding
button will always “turn grey” and the colour indicators in the
button will indicate the type of the transfer (yellow for data
send, green for data receive).
If any error occurs during transfer or the access password
does not work, the program will react with an error message.
Do not forget to turn the appropriate com1 or com4 on!

Parameters reading from and saving in your PC:

The parameters read from the gate or the parameters set
manually in the program can be processed using either the
“Read from PC” or “Save in
PC” buttons. After displaying
a standard dialogue, an
already existing file can be
selected (parameters reading
or rewriting any of the existing
files) or a new name entered
(when saving parameters). We recommend observing the
preset suffix to allow better orientation. When starting the
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program, the file (firm.bgi) with the factory setting will be read
automatically. The file with this name cannot be saved from
the program (in order to prevent in its re -writing). Repeated
reading the file with the factory setting can be performed
anytime using the “factory setting” button.

New access password setting:

If you wish to modify the access password, it is actually
necessary to log in the program under its former password and
only then to program a new password. That is why a special
field “New password” is included in the program to enter a new
password. Allow the current access code in the password field.
Write the setting in the gate. If transfer is successful, the code
in the field “Password” will be rewritten with the new code from
the “New password” field. If this is not the case, the “New
password” field will be rewritten with the current code from the
“Password” field.

Setting GSM module parameters

Setting the properties of the modules
1 and 2 is identical, it differs only on
indices.
Priority of GSM modul 1: At 1.modul
is one more button for disactivation of
regular channels changing ( when you
dont use LCR). When is not mark the
channels are changing regularly while
making outgoing calls ( to make same
costs on 1 and 2 SIM). When it is
mark then all calls are firstly going to
first channel.
PIN: set PIN up SIM card in modul. When you use SIM card
without PIN then this window is not used.
MSN (DDI): is designed for storing automatic dial in – operator
– particularly for each GSM modul (more via. DISA Setting).

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Call charg (taxation): The “Taxation” field is untended for
activation of taxation impulses. After marking a field, it is
possible to select in the “Impulse after every” field the interval
between individual impulses. If zero has been selected in the
field, the taxation impulse is only one at the moment of
establishing connection. The maximum period can be up to 99
seconds.
Volume: The “Volume” field allows adjusting call volume in
both the outgoing direction (“GSM“ field) and the incoming
direction (“ISDN“ field). Volume in the outgoing direction can
be set in degrees 1 to 7 while in the incoming direction from 1
to 4.
Incoming calls : permission of incoming calls.
Outgoing calls : permission of outgoing calls.
If e.g. only the “Incoming calls” field will be marked and the
“Outgoing calls” will not be marked, calling from this channel
out will be blocked; the incoming calls will pass without
limitation.
Call Progress Tones: switching ON/OFF tones signalling
searching of called part in GSM net.
Redirection to GSM2 : In case of marking the ”Re-route in
GSM2“ (GSM1) field, “overflow” of the enabled directions
(selection see below) in the adjacent channel is all owed. If the
channel with the enabled direction is already busy calling, the
gate will not refuse the call, but it will utilize the other channel
(even if the direction is not on the list of enabled directions for
this channel).
0: it adds automatically 0 before each outgoing dialled number
CLIR: switch OFF outgoing CLIP

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Permitted direction: Up to 12 blocks of enabled directions
can be selected in each GSM module.
The table of the enabled directions is
accessible after clicking on the “Enabled
directions” button. If the table is not
filled in, all directions are enabled. 1-
up to 8-digit numbers can be written in the
first column of the table. The program
substitutes any digits instead of not filled
in digits from the right which checking the
enabled direction. This means, instead of
writing the numbers 601,602,…609, it is
possible to write only 60. Listing of enabled directions in
groups is new in this program version. If the operator has three
successive numbers differing from each other only by the last
digit, this direction can be written as a group on a single line:
the first column contains up to 8-digit
number of the first direction (“from”) as in
the case mentioned above and the last
digit of the last direction is stored in the
second column (i.e. the last digit of “to”) –
see Fig. A group may be created only
within the range of one order of the last
position – i.e. from 0 to 9! By proper
filling in the tables of both modules (one
module e.g. T-Mobile code, the other module Orange code), it
is possible to achieve automatic re-routing of the outgoing call
in the module allowing cheaper calling through the given
operator (LCR). Caution! The values are loaded in the table
only after pressing the Enter button, marking it with
cursor or by mouse clicking on another field of the table!
After clicking on the “Enabled directions” button, the table will
be verified before closing. The operator is notified of wrong
numbers or duplicate selection of values. In order the verified
data can be sent to the gate from the table, close the
tables before transfer! If they remain open, they will be
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closed automatically and a check of data will be
performed before transfer. In the event of errors in the
tables, transfer will be blocked. After clearing the errors,
transfer has to be repeated.

Direct dialling code selection:

The incoming calls can be handled in two ways:
All calls can be automatically connected to a selected
extension in the connected
exchange. Connection takes place in
accordance with
Number of digits of the selected MSNs
direct dialling code (DDI) or direct
dialling numbers of
the operator separately for each
channel. In this way, it is even possible to distinguish the calls
incoming to individual telephone numbers of the GSM
channels of the gate – the calls incoming to the telephone
number of the first channel will be connected to the direct
dialling code 11, incoming calls to the number of the other
channel e.g. to the direct dialling code 12.
If a number of digits in the direct dialling code are being
set, the number will be higher than zero (max. 4 – Caution:
the number should correspond with the number of digits
of the direct dialling code of the exchange and selected
MSNs or DDIs of individual GSM modules!), the callers may
themselves dial directly using tone selection by prese t number
of digits to the required extension. The automatic operator
waits for a pre-selected number of seconds for direct dialling
code selection. If it is not selected, the pre-selected number of
the operator (according to a channel the call is incoming from)
is dialled again.

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OGM module

Message recording:
The gate can be provided additionally
with a board with a digital recorder of
“messages” for individual GSM
channels. When collecting an incoming
call through direct dialling, these messages are always
replayed. Recording of the message is possible by 2 ways:
1. By outgoing call into special numbers. If the “rec” field
has been checked , then message for channel 1 is
recorded after dialling number 1*#. The same way
message for modul 2 iis recorded after dialling number
2*#. The messages recorded from the phone can be 10
seconds for each channel. The recording is finished by
hanging up the phone.
2. By recording from computer. After connection of the
convertor into
gateway serial port
RS 232 as same as
connection convetor
to PC are messages
recorded by attached
„recording software“ OGMrec. ( via manual OGMrec).

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ISDN parameters selection :
Max.digits: The telephones
Setting protocol on S0 – PTP or
connected to the GSM gate
PTMP. In case of PTPM, MSNs are
mostly do not include a
selected in direct dialling code, while
pushbutton for establishing
a direct dialling identifier) for PTP.
connection by the dialled
number as GSM telephones. This “defect” is by-passed by
selecting a fixed number of digits after which sending of the
dialled number (max. digits
parameter here) takes place in case
of GSM gates.

Setting a type of dialling tone with

which the gate is signalled:
• No tone (silence)
• Continuous tone
• Morse R (preset)
• Morse A
Wait for: Sending the number if
another digit is not selected
within the preset time (waiting parameter here) period is
another way. Of course, both parameters can be combined in
a suitable way.
Erase CLIP: The gate supports transfer of CLIP from
the GSM network in ISDN, i.e. to a telephone connected to an
extension (if the device allows it). Here it is advantageous to
use the parameter for deleting the initial digits from CLIP (e.g.
deleting +42 in order not to “confuse” LCR exchanges when
calling back to the displayed number).
AOC-E: Setting of taxation type. Usually it is charging during
the call. When you use this parametr the charging is sent
completely after ending of call.

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Redir. To ISDN : Re-routing outgoing GSM calls back in ISDN
when GSM is busy (only the “router“ version) :
If this selection has been marked, the calls will be routed back
in the ISDN network (as if the gate would not be included in
the line) if the gate is busy (gate call with one SIM, GSM signal
drip out – defect).
Smart Callback: When you use this parametr then all
outgoing calls which has been missed or refused are stored. It
stores PBX extension which made the call + called number.
When called part calling back then the call is automatically
routed to extension which made the call. When connection
was succsesfull data are erased from memory. In the gateway
memory can be stored up 500 records.

status: when click on status button then is open the window

where are mentioned all parametres about GSM modules.

• Absolute Frequenci Channel Number: determine

channel number of GSM net – frequency on which is GSM
modul connected to BTS. The channels 0 – 124 are
certained for GSM 900, channels 512 – 885 for GSM1800.

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• Received Signal Strength, Receiving level of the BCCH:
signal power is one of the most important p arametr for
voice connection quality.
o -113 to -99 dBm: very bad signal – it is impossible to
use any services via GSM network.
o -98 to -83 dBm: bad signal – you can send SMS
messages . Since level -87dBm you can establish voice
connection
o -82 to -71 dBm: good signal – you can send SMS
messages and make a calls. Data transmission CSD is
not relaible
o 70 to -51 and better: very good signal – you can use
all services of GSM network without any restriction.
• Mobile Network Code, Mobile Country Code, Mobile
Area Code: Network number (provider), where is GSM
modul registrated ( logged)
• Cell ID: BTS number, where is modul registrated.

Information mentioned in the

window you can print out or
after saving send to your
Gateway supplier.

Remote configuration module

The gate can be additionally provided with a board allowing

identical work at gate configuration as through the RS -232
cable in a remote way through a modem. Enabled data calling
for the GSM1 module and a modem connected to PC in which
the GSMset program of the version 5 and higher is running are
the necessary conditions.

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Requirements for the modem:
• GSM, ISDN or modem for analogue commutated line
connected to COM1 – COM4 (it can be even a virtual
one formed through USB).
• Auto-bauding or fixed communication rate set to 9,600
Bd.

Potential other requirements for modem setting given by the

communication network connected that are usually to be set in
the initialising chain have to be located in the initialising chain
in the national configuration file gsmset.cfg in the directory
gsmset. The chain is added behind the command ATE0 (echo
switching off):
inimodem=“ATE0“
E.g. inimodem=“ATE0X3“ to switch off “dial tone“ detection.

Work from configuration through RS-232 can be turned on to

configuration through modem by marking the “modem“
parameter in the GSMSET program.
Another element – “ListBox“ for
selection of the telephone number of
the gate that will be configured in a
remote way will appear under the
field for ISDN
parameters
setting. The background information for
this list is read from the file
“modems.csv“ in the directory of the
GSMSET program. The program will
list the background data in
alphabetical order automatically. The
file can be created
either manually in
any text editor, by export from any
database or table program (csv format
separated with commas) or by exporting
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an Outlook directory with the appropriate items (again, csv
format separated with commas). The names of individual items
or columns should be “name“, “modem“, “file“. The “na me“ field
is to be used to save an identifier (name of location, etc.) of the
gate. The telephone number of the first module of the gate
should be entered in the “modem“ field. The “ref” field is
intended for a program for batch (mass) remote configuration s
that utilizes the same background data. If such background
data (file) do not exist, it is possible to write the required
telephone number for connection directly in the window.
By confirming your selection from the list (double -click) or by
confirmation of the written number (Enter), the system will take
the telephone number selected for connection into account.
The valid selection is confirmed by a change of colour of the
field with the selection. To reduce the number of errors
(accidental change of the number by unwanted clicking, etc.),
the colour of the field is turned to white in case of repeated
selection and it is necessary to confirm your selection again.
After confirmed selection of the number of the gate configured
in a remote way, it is possible to work with the program in the
same way as in case of local configuration. When clicking on
the corresponding button, the program will always perform
initialisation of the modem at first, dial the telephone number
selected and establish connection with the selected gate. After
connection is established, it reads or stores data. Operation is
again indicated with LEDs in the corresponding pushed button.
Data transfer at remote configuration is slower and for that
reason, also the LEDs flash slower and
configuration takes more time. After data
transfer termination, the program will
interrupt connection automatically and the
modem will hang up. If any error occurs
during communication with the modem, the
program will report the error. If any error
(transfer error, wrong password, etc.) occurs during
connection, the program will detect the error again with the
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corresponding error message and will terminate connection
automatically again and the modem will hang up.

Ranges of values of settings of individual parameters

Parameter No. of digits Range
PIN 4 0000 - 9999
Pulse each 1-2 0 - 99
Volume GSM 1 1-7
Volume ISDN 1 1-4
Permitted direction 0-8 0 - 99999999
Password 4 0000 - 9999
DISA 1 0-4
Wait 1 0-9
MSN (DDI) 1–4 0 – 9999
Max. digits ISDN 1-2 1 – 99
Wait for 1-2 1 – 99
Erase CLIP 1 0–9

Editing the selected values of individual parameters:

With respect to the effort to ensure compatibility with the
system base as large as possible (Windows 3.1 up to XP), the
way of editing is somehow archaic and unusual for the present
age.

Editing in parameter fields:

The values can be written in a standard way upon location of
the cursor in the field. Deleting values can be performed
only from the back using the Backspace key. The complete
value can be rewritten in a usual way, i.e. by marking the
complete value and, consequently, by loading a new data item.

Editing in tables:
A table cell is always edited as a unit – i.e. individual digits
may not be rewritten. If you click with the mouse (or cross with

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the cursor over) on the selected cell and start writing, the
complete value in the cell will be rewritten. The complete value
in a cell can be again deleted only using the Backspace key.
The value in a cell can be saved either using the Enter key
or only after crossing over with the cursor or mouse
clicking on another cell. This rule is applied also to
deleting.

RS-232 interconnection cable:

A standard series cable with 9-pin connector on both ends
DTE-DCE (modem 9-9) is used to interconnect the gate with
your PC. It is also marketed under the designation “mouse
extension cable”. The cable “zero modem” or “lapling“ has RX
and TX crossed and cannot be used directly! If you wish to
use this cable with an adapter, the adapter has to contain
crossing again! If this is not the case, the link DTE-DTE (for
interconnection of 2 PCs) will be formed that will not operate.
Non-operating cable will by indicated by the message “Invalid
password” when attempting to communicate.

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